·–· Morse Code Generator & Translator

Encode and decode Morse messages.

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💡 Supports letters, numbers, and common punctuation

Morse code

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📖 Quick Reference

Letters (A-Z)

A: .-

B: -...

C: -.-.

D: -..

E: .

F: ..-.

G: --.

H: ....

I: ..

J: .---

K: -.-

L: .-..

M: --

N: -.

O: ---

P: .--.

Q: --.-

R: .-.

S: ...

T: -

U: ..-

V: ...-

W: .--

X: -..-

Y: -.--

Z: --..

Numbers (0-9)

0: -----

1: .----

2: ..---

3: ...--

4: ....-

5: .....

6: -....

7: --...

8: ---..

9: ----.

Punctuation & Special

.:.-.-.-

,:--..--

?:..--..

':.----.

!:-.-.--

/:-..-.

(:-.--.-

):-.--.-

&:.-...

::---...

;:-.-.-.

=:-...-

+:.-.-.

-:-....-

_:..--.-

":.-..-.

$:...-..-

@:.--.-.

(space):/

💡 About Morse Code

Dot (.): Short signal, 1 unit duration
Dash (-): Long signal, 3 units duration
Space: Separates characters
Word break: Represented by "/"
Used in emergency signals (SOS: ...---...)
Great for learning telecommunications history
Used by ham radio operators worldwide

❓ FAQ

What is Morse code?
Morse code is a method of transmitting information as a series of on-off tones, lights, or clicks.

What's the difference between dot and dash?
Dots are short signals (1 unit), dashes are long signals (3 units). Together they form letters and numbers.

Can I decode any Morse code?
Yes! Just enter the dots and dashes separated by spaces, and the converter will decode it.

Is case sensitive?
No. The converter treats all input as uppercase automatically.

What about special characters?
Common punctuation is supported (. , ? ! / @ etc.). Unknown characters will show as "?" in decoded output.

Can I use this to learn Morse code?
Absolutely! Use it as a reference guide while learning, then practice converting without looking.

Free Online Morse Code Translator

Instantly convert any text to Morse code or decode Morse signals back to English with this free online Morse code converter, by MeTen. Whether you're translating a single word, a full paragraph, or looking up the Morse code alphabet, this tool handles it all in real time. No signup required, fully copy-paste ready.

How to Convert Text to Morse Code

Paste or type your text into the input box and the converter instantly generates the corresponding Morse code using dots (.) and dashes (-). Each letter is separated by a space, and each word by a slash (/). You can copy the output and paste it anywhere - messages, documents, or creative projects.

How to Decode Morse Code to English

Switch to Morse-to-text mode, enter your Morse code using dots and dashes, and the decoder translates it back to plain English in real time. Useful for decoding messages, practicing Morse, or verifying your own encoded signals.

What Is SOS in Morse Code?

SOS is the most recognized Morse code signal in the world - transmitted as · · · - - - · · · (three dots, three dashes, three dots). It was adopted internationally as a distress signal due to its simplicity and distinctiveness. Our converter automatically handles SOS and all standard Morse code sequences.

Morse Code Alphabet Reference

Every letter A-Z, digits 0-9, and common punctuation marks have a unique Morse code representation. For example, A is · -, B is - · · ·, and E is simply ·. Our tool supports the full International Morse Code alphabet, so you can convert entire paragraphs without missing a character.

Alternative Morse Signals

Beyond the traditional dot-dash format, Morse code can be transmitted as sound (short and long beeps), light flashes, or even physical taps. Our tool outputs the standard text-based format, but the same patterns apply across all transmission methods - making it useful for amateur radio operators, educators, and hobbyists alike.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Quick answers to the most common questions about this tool.

1What is the difference between a Morse code converter and a Morse code translator?+

They refer to the same function, both convert plain text into dot-dash Morse signals or reverse the process. "Translator" is more commonly searched when people want Morse-to-English decoding, while "converter" is used more for text-to-Morse encoding.

2Can I convert a full paragraph to Morse code?+

Yes. Our tool supports full paragraph conversion, not just individual words or letters. Each word is separated by a slash (/) in the output, making long-form Morse output easy to read and copy.

3How does Google Translate compare to a dedicated Morse code translator?+

Google Translate does not support Morse code. For accurate text-to-Morse or Morse-to-English translation, you need a dedicated converter like this one, which is built specifically around the International Morse Code standard.

4How do I send a secret message using Morse code?+

Type your message in the text box, copy the generated Morse code output, and share it via any text channel, chat, email, or notes. The recipient can paste it back into the decoder field to read the original message.

5What does SOS stand for and why is it used in Morse code?+

SOS doesn't officially stand for any phrase - it was chosen purely because its Morse pattern (· · · - - - · · ·) is unmistakable and easy to transmit under stress. It became the global maritime distress signal in 1908 and remains universally recognized today.

6Is Morse code still used today?+

Yes, mainly in amateur (ham) radio, aviation navigation beacons, and military communications. It's also used recreationally for puzzles, escape rooms, and teaching signal communication basics.